2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2002 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJR would be higher. Both 2007 Jaguar S-Type and 2002 Jaguar XJR are equipped with a 4,196 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 60 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJR.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar S-Type | 2002 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | S-Type | XJR |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
